Loose parts are an open-ended resource that provide children with the opportunity to use their imagination and creativity. Loose parts are simply objects and materials from around the house that children can move, manipulate, control, and change while they play. Scarves, ribbons, laces, shells, corks, cotton reels, buttons, curtain rings, tins, pots, springs, bangles, tiles and pegs are all examples of loose parts, and it is amazing what children can create and learn through playing with them!

Why don't you try giving your little one some loose parts to play with at home?